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Former church for sale in Missouri is next to a cemetery. ‘Ghosts presumably are free’

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Nestled in a countryside with rolling olive green hills and patches of leafy trees sits a unique residence that will surely entice someone in search of solitude.

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The once Catholic church is listed in Hermann, Missouri, for $345,000, which seems pretty low for the abundance of space that is inside the historic building. And sure, while the building clearly needs some remodeling love and attention, there’s also a spooky element.

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As in a graveyard.

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The three-bedroom, four-bathroom home appears to mere feet from an old cemetery, the photos on the Zillow.com listing show.

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While the listing makes no mention of the peaceful looking area, it’s clear in the photos that the gravestones line the property.

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“Historic Catholic church renovated into unique home/B&B!” the listing says. “Great opportunity for a Bed & Breakfast with 6,000 square feet of living space, distinct living areas, plus guest apartment. Beautiful original touches everywhere from the domed rotunda ceiling to the original millwork! A gorgeous location and endless possibilities!”

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The house was featured on Friday Night Zillow, a Twitter segment run by Bloomberg reporter Steven Dennis.

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“Ever wanted to live in a former Catholic church next to a cemetery?” Dennis tweeted along with the listing. “Have I got the place for you! Just $345K for 6K sf. Ghosts presumably are free.”

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“Get yer Halloween special....” someone responded.

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According to PeopleLegacy.com, the graveyard is the Little Berger Catholic Cemetery.

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Hermann is about 80 miles northwest of St. Louis.

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This story was originally published October 30, 2022 at 8:00 AM with the headline "Former church for sale in Missouri is next to a cemetery. ‘Ghosts presumably are free’."

TJ Macias
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
TJ Macías is a Real-Time national sports reporter for McClatchy based out of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Formerly, TJ covered the Dallas Mavericks and Texas Rangers beat for numerous media outlets including 24/7 Sports and Mavs Maven (Sports Illustrated). Twitter: @TayloredSiren
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